Paramedic Per Diem - Emergency Services

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking health system as a Paramedic in Emergency Services. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in patient care while working in a scenic and community-oriented area. You'll assist nursing staff, perform essential technical skills, and ensure patient safety in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about emergency care and want to be part of a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy the beauty of Covington while contributing to world-class healthcare close to home.

Qualifications

• Current Paramedic Certification is required.
• One year of acute care hospital experience or similar.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in routine care and perform specialized technical skills.
• Report unusual incidents and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Response

Technical Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Paramedic Per Diem - Emergency Services

Paramedic Per Diem - Emergency Services

Apply locations Covington, LA time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R7951

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: TBD

JOB SUMMARY:
The ER Paramedic is a specially trained bedside caregiver who assists the professional nursing staff in performing routine care, performs specialized technical skills, reports any unusual incident or findings, and always maintains patient safety to a group of patients for a designated time period. ED Paramedic provides care in accordance with standards and procedures of the hospital and works under the direct supervision of a physician.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent required;
• Current Paramedic Certification;
• One year acute care hospital experience or one year experience as an EMT/Paramedic on an ambulance crew or Patient Care Technician;
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS (within 6 months of hire) certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off;
• Upon hire, the paramedic will be assigned a de-escalation class via Health Stream.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching.

EMPLOYMENT:
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.